City of Pasadena – In conversions with city leaders about ways to expand urban agriculture, address food insecurity, and move toward a more sustainable city. In 2013, Throop Church received the City of Pasadena Green Award for Urban Nature.http://cityofpasadena.net/

Arroyo Seco Time Bank – An interconnected community of people who help each other by sharing their abilities, talents and experiences. Time Bank members have been active participants in the Throop Learning Garden. http://arroyoseco.timebanks.org/neighborhoods/161